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Portrait of Rahul Gandhi

December 11, 2024 to December 31, 2024 · English · PDF

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Portrait of Dr. Manmohan Singh in a white turban, looking quietly ahead, with India's tricolor ribbon at his shoulders

A LEADER IN HIS OWN LEAGUE

DR. MANMOHAN SINGH

Dr. Manmohan Singh ji led India with immense wisdom and integrity. He transformed the Indian economy, built a thriving middle class, and lifted crores of Indians out of poverty. His humility, dedication, and contribution to India's development remain unparalleled.

I have lost a mentor and guide, and the country has lost one of its tallest leaders and statesmen. He will forever live in our hearts as the leader who gave India the power to dream, and laid the foundation for us to achieve those dreams.

Historical memorial collage showing Rahul Gandhi with Dr. Manmohan Singh across public and personal moments
Rahul Gandhi holding a copy of the Constitution of India, looking directly forward, against a vivid red background

THE BATTLE BETWEEN THE CONSTITUTION AND MANUSMRITI

During the Lok Sabha discussion commemorating 75 years of the Constitution, Rahul Gandhi addressed the ongoing battle between the Constitution and the Manusmriti. He highlighted how the BJP is attacking the Constitution.

“Just as Dronacharya took Ekalavya's thumb, you are taking away the future of India's youth...You are cutting off the opportunities of all fair businesses that work honestly when you help Adani.”

Rahul Gandhi
Video thumbnail for Rahul Gandhi's 18th Lok Sabha Constitution debate speech on 14 December 2024

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Protest Against Comments on Babasaheb Ambedkar in Rajya Sabha

On December 17, 2024, Home Minister Amit Shah insulted Babasaheb Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. The Congress Party and the INDIA bloc protested these offensive comments and called for Shah's resignation.

Rahul Gandhi holding a large framed portrait of Babasaheb Ambedkar aloft during a parliament protest
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MURDERED FOR DEFENDING THE CONSTITUTION

Rahul Gandhi visited Parbhani, Maharashtra, to pay his respects to the family of Somnath Suryavanshi, who was murdered for defending the Constitution. Somnath was killed in police custody after participating in protests against the desecration of the Constitution. Rahul Gandhi gave his condolences to the family who had lost their brave son.

Rahul Gandhi standing respectfully beside a garland-framed portrait of Somnath Suryavanshi at a memorial
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EVENT IN FOCUS

FOOD PRICES SOAR, GOVERNMENT SNORES

Rahul Gandhi visited a sabzi mandi in Delhi to discuss one of the biggest issues facing the country: inflation. Customers at the mandi told him that their household expenses keep rising while their salaries remain stagnant. Over tea with a group of homemakers, he discussed the challenges they face in running their households.

Rahul Gandhi standing in a busy vegetable market in Delhi, talking with vendors and customers amid fresh produce
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SNAPSHOT SHOWCASE

Rahul Gandhi seated and talking with a family in a modest interior; faces obscured for privacy
DEMANDING THE RELOCATION OF THE FAMILY OF THE HATHRAS RAPE AND MURDER VICTIM.
Rahul Gandhi in a formal meeting with All India Bank Officers Confederation delegates seated around a table
Meeting the delegation of All India Bank Officers Confederation in Parliament.
Rahul Gandhi and others celebrating Christmas with the Indian Christians Parliamentarians Council, some wearing Santa hats
Celebrating Christmas with the Indian Christians Parliamentarians Council in Delhi.
Delegates at the Nava Satyagraha Baithak commemorating Mahatma Gandhi's 1924 Belgaum Congress presidency, with banners in the background
Commemorating the centenary of Mahatma Gandhi's presidency of the 39th session of the Indian National Congress held in Belgaum in 1924

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Map of India with the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra route plotted in blue from Manipur to Mumbai, overlaid with crowd photographs from the march

FIGHTING FOR JUSTICE FROM MANIPUR TO MUMBAI

BHARAT JODO NYAY YATRA

From January to March Rahul Gandhi led the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra (BJNY) - a march for justice - from Manipur to Mumbai.

This 3-month and 6,600 km long yatra focused on bringing socio-economic and political justice to the 90%. During the BJNY, Rahul Gandhi unveiled 'Paanch Nyay' - five pillars of justice for youth, women, farmers, workers, and marginalised communities - which lay the blueprint for India's future.

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Rahul Gandhi speaking with a raised hand above Congress leaders holding copies of the Nyay Patra manifesto

THE ELECTION THAT SAVED THE CONSTITUTION

LOK SABHA 2024

The 2024 Lok Sabha election was no ordinary election—it was not just a contest against the BJP but also the entire central-government machinery. Despite frozen bank accounts and imprisoned chief ministers, INDIA fought fearlessly to save the Constitution. The Congress party championed the issues affecting the youth, farmers, women, Dalits, Adivasis, OBCs, minorities, and workers. The poor and marginalised communities stood with INDIA to save the Constitution and democracy.

Watch some of Rahul Gandhi's rallies from across the country

  • Crowd at the Nyay Patra Congress Manifesto Launch Rally in Hyderabad, Telangana, 6 April
    Nyay Patra, Congress Manifesto Launch Rally in Hyderabad, Telangana
  • Crowd at Rahul Gandhi's public meeting in Pune, Maharashtra, 3 May
    Public Meeting in Pune, Maharashtra
  • Crowd at Rahul Gandhi's joint public meeting in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, 17 May
    Public Meeting in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh

LISTENING TO THE PEOPLE OF INDIA

Rahul Gandhi seated on the ground talking with a cobbler in Sultanpur, surrounded by shoes and street-market goods

After the 2024 Lok Sabha election, Rahul Gandhi continued to meet with diverse communities across India to understand and address their concerns. From meeting Kashmiri girl students to Wayanad landslide victims, Manipur violence survivors, and NEET aspirants-he has traveled nationwide to listen and amplify people's issues.

Watch some of these moving interactions

  • Rahul Gandhi repairing shoes with a cobbler in Sultanpur, UP
    Repairing shoes with a Mochi in Sultanpur, UP
  • Rahul Gandhi listening to the demands of NEET aspirants
    Listening to the demands of NEET aspirants
  • Rahul Gandhi speaking with Kashmiri female students
    Speaking with Kashmiri female students
  • Rahul Gandhi meeting with Manipur violence survivors
    Meeting with Manipur violence survivors
  • Rahul Gandhi discussing railway issues with locopilots
    Discussing railway issues with Locopilots
  • Rahul Gandhi meeting with Wayanad landslide victims
    Meeting with Wayanad landslide victims
Rahul Gandhi raising a copy of the Constitution of India at the Lok Sabha podium, speaking as Leader of Opposition

RAISING THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE IN PARLIAMENT

As Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi raised key issues including unemployment, MSP, paper leaks, Manipur, the Caste Census, and religious intolerance. In his inaugural speech, he challenged the BJP's politics of hatred while championing non-violence. His budget speech highlighted how the government had trapped the 90% while benefiting a select few.

Watch Rahul Gandhi's major speeches of 2024 in Parliament

Two linked Parliament video thumbnails: Rahul Gandhi's first speech as Leader of Opposition and his Budget speech
  • First speech as LoP
  • Speech on the Budget

2024 IN NUMBERS

2024 in Numbers infographic: 15 Parliament speeches, 17 press conferences, 40 plus official and party events, 25 states visited, 200 plus rallies, 260 plus group interactions, and 6,600 plus kilometres on yatra
  • Speeches in Parliament: 15
  • Press Conferences: 17
  • Official/Party Events: 40+
  • States Visited: 25
  • Rallies: 200+
  • Group Interactions: 260+
  • Km on Yatra: 6,600+